Joyful finds!

Good Evening,

It has been a really nice Saturday! Blessed, comes to mind!

The couple came by later mid morning, and were delighted by two of the Ladies from our Collection. And yes, I have 'let go' of the Lady Head Vases; and I am happy to know that these two 'special' Ladies have found such a wonderful home. It was a win / win for all; and that is the way it tidbit should be!

Also, our friends that came by last night, suggested we could take our Indian wood carvings to their dealer / friend, to seek a bittid of knowledge as to their history, origin, and a possible value. Well, we made the highly regarded dealer's day! He LOVED our three pieces (they were collected by my parents when they were travelling around the world in 1964). Two of them appear to be 'museum pieces'. We do not have room to hang these exquisite-in-depth 150 to 200 year old carvings; and thought perhaps someone else would joyfully appreciate them! One carving, which is very 'neatly' carved, apparently is the more modern (for the tourist market); however, the other two, are in spectacular shape! Their quality of wood, as well as the aging of the wood, is how one can tell; which is why there is a high value placed on them. Perhaps we should hang on to them and make room for them on our walls! LOL!

However, we feel that someone who is into this, would really appreciate them! It is true; 'beauty is in the eye of the beholder!' We have given these pieces to this trustworthy dealer on 'consignment'. As I was walking first into the antique shop carrying a carving (heavy), a customer came right over to me and absolutely 'fell in love' with the piece! He and his wife 'collect' them; and he feels these artifacts would be very complimentary to their collection! Methinks, this is where it is all at - 'generosity of spirit!'

Afterwards, we had a 'run about errand day'; invited our special friend, the 'Bakery Lady' over for a glass of wine (on another day; she would also love the Ladies and could utilize them in her business!).

Once home, I carefully washed the 'found treasure!' (If you wish, you can refer to my May 28/08post, 'Finding Treasures'). There are 6 demi tasses (ie. here is one - Hankook Bone China England), as well as a sugar & creamer; and 5 saucers, 4 floral handpainted teacups (also flowers handpainted on the inside and on the handle; here are two) - Hoya Honey Bone - Japan. We are incredulous and thinking WOW! 'Those' were in the 'garbage?' (neatly in a box to the side of the bins) Also, 8 elegant plain white plates; as well as 3 'collectible' art / deco cups and saucers from Maui; as well as 3 china coasters, with the inscription, 'Sharing is Fun'.

Our favourites are the demitasses and the floral set. We have a friend coming over on Tuesday evening to view the Ladies; however, she also loves selling various china 'estate' pieces. Hmmmmm. Don't know whether we will 'surrender' them to her; as both Alan and I have taken quite a 'liking' to these particular 'found' pieces. Am going to do a bit of research; as thus far, I have not been successful in 'locating' much data on them. Methinks, they might be quite 'old'.

Alan's ears (the left one in particular) is really bothering him; and his appointment with the doctor is first thing Tuesday morning. He is a tid under the weather (ear infection); and we are glad that we are in for the evening; and methinks we will be calling it an early night; shortly after our dinner.

We are going to enjoy 'M & M's' - Beef Wellington; already made up, frozen, just a matter of throwing it in the oven and voila!) and asparagus on sale etc. Mmmm! Hope there will a few good movies on tonight; a perfect Saturday night to stay home and relax.

Tomorrow morning, I look forward to watching the Vision Channel, as mentioned in my previous posts.

If anyone has any tidbitz info on the 'found china treasures', please do not hesitate to comment; because I honestly do not know much bittidz about them; save that we like them! 'Perceived value' can take on so many different meanings. We just happen to think they are a 'special!' Feel like a little child again!

God Bless.